Off-Grid Power Systems Engineer

Chartis Federal; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Chartis Federal is seeking an Off-Grid Power Systems Engineer to design, integrate, and modernize wireless communication power solutions, including solar and hybrid configurations. You will analyze performance, conduct field tests, and support power system deployments in challenging environments.

The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience with solar power design and BOM development, plus the ability to travel up to 25% to remote sites.

Qualifications

• BS in a relevant field or equivalent technical experience.
• Current DHS Tier 2 BI or DOD Secret clearance required.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing solar power systems and BOMs.
• Travel up to 25% to remote field sites; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and design off grid power systems supporting wireless communications including solar and hybrid systems.
• Create BOMs and perform power load analyses; size solar arrays and battery storage for mission-critical ALR needs.
• Gather requirements, develop solutions; provide preliminary designs and cost estimates; support procurement.
• Compare solar systems to requirements and validate performance via field testing.
• Deploy and support off grid solar systems in the field; troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Power systems design

Field testing

BOM creation

Load analysis

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent technical experience

Job description

Description

About Chartis Federal

Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.

Position Overview

The Off-Grid Power Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, integration, and modernization of wireless communication systems supporting infrastructure, including off grid solar power systems, along with the ability to analyze system performance, conduct field testing, and power systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience with power system design.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and design off grid power systems supporting wireless communications systems including solar power and hybrid solar/generator systems
• Create BOMs, use design tools to determine total power Ah/day required, conversion of AC-DC, DC-DC, load analysis, sizing of solar array, battery storage, controllers and configuration to meet mission critical ALR requirements for severe environments
• Gather customer requirements, determine requirements, develop solutions; provide preliminary designs, cost estimates; support procurement and implementation of wireless communications systems
• Compare solar power systems specifications to requirements and perform system performance validation including field testing.
• Deploy and support off grid solar power systems in the field, support implementation, ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Requirements

• Education BS relevant to job responsibilities preferred; equivalent technical industry experience, years in the field and certifications acceptable
• Current DHS Tier 2 Background Investigation (BI) or DOD Secret with current investigation required to convert to DHS Tier 2 BI
• Minimum 5 - 10 years of relevant experience
• Experience creating full solar power designs including solar panel and battery array configurations and charging systems, and familiarly with solar power design tools.
• Experience integrating power systems with electrical panels, including analysis of all equipment loads across multiple AC and DC power requirements to meet mission-critical requirements
• Experience in developing bill of materials (BOM), compiling technical recommendations, analysis reports, or executive briefings.
• Excellent demonstratable written, inter-personal communications and management skills
• History working with vendors and project teams
• Ability to travel up to 25% to remote field sites; valid driver’s license required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors at remote sites in extreme heat, cold, and austere conditions

Why Join Chartis Federal?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plans with company contributions
• Professional development opportunities and career growth support
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.

Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.